Category Manager - FMCG

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site facilities in Centurion

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a strategic Category Manager for our FMCG client. This on-site role focuses on assortment planning, pricing, promotions, and supplier management to boost category performance.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in category management within FMCG, strong analytical skills and proficiency with category management software and MS Office. You'll work with marketing and sales to drive growth and optimize stock levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ FMCG category management experience.
• Proven track record in growing product categories and driving profitability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with data interpretation.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Proficient with category management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies to maximize sales, profitability and market share.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitors to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage product assortment, pricing and promotional plans for designated categories.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships and negotiate terms.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales to execute category plans and campaigns.
• Monitor inventory and optimize stock turnover to minimize waste.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship mgmt

MS Office Suite

Category management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Category management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a strategic and analytical Category Manager to join their vibrant FMCG team in Centurion . This on-site role is crucial for driving growth and profitability within specific product categories. You will be responsible for assortment planning, pricing strategies, promotional activities, and supplier management to optimize category performance. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of consumer behavior, market dynamics, and category management principles within the fast-paced FMCG environment, contributing to the overall success of our client's retail operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies to maximize sales, profitability, and market share.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, and promotional plans for designated categories.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms and ensuring product availability.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to execute effective category plans and campaigns.
• Monitor inventory levels and work to optimize stock turnover and minimize waste.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Category Management or a similar role within the FMCG industry .
• Proven track record of successfully managing and growing product categories.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in category management software and MS Office Suite.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and potential for performance bonuses.
• On-site work environment with access to modern facilities in Centurion .
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading FMCG company.
• Employee discounts on company products.